Lyon & Turnbull

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The Spoon: A Guide to Early and Antique Silver Spoons

Spoons have long formed a key part of the silver collector’s market. Whether they are drawn to a particular maker, period, or finial type, antique silver spoons - particularly early spoons - offer an accessible and deeply rewarding area of study. 

How to Read Silver Hallmarks

For over seven centuries, hallmarks have offered collectors and silversmiths a unique form of authentication; an unbroken record of the who, what, where and when behind a silver object’s creation.

The Craft of Everyday Silver

Some of the most compelling silver ever made was not created for ceremonial occasions but for daily use. 

What Trustees Should Know Before Selling Church Silver

When churches in Scotland and across the UK undergo amalgamation, trustees are often faced with difficult decisions about ecclesiastical assets. 

A Celebration of Silver

Amassing a collection of nearly 1000 silver items seems quite incomprehensible, but was a feat accomplished by the late Helen Cargill-Thomson.

Lyon &amp; Turnbull’s dedicated Silver &amp; Objets de Vertu auction in September offers a focused and authoritative platform for historic and modern pieces by the world's most celebrated makers.From early provincial examples and rare 18th-century works to distinguished 19th and 20th-century craftsmanship, our sale attracts a knowledgeable international audience of collectors, institutions and specialist buyers. By presenting silver items within a curated, standalone auction, we ensure each piece benefits from targeted attention and competitive bidding.Our specialists provide detailed research, precise cataloguing and professional photography, supported by strategic marketing to collectors across the UK and abroad. We guide you through every stage of the process with discretion and clarity, from valuation to final result, always with the aim of achieving the strongest possible outcome.Whether you are offering a single heirloom or a significant collection, our September auction provides the expertise and reach to position your silver to best advantage. We are now inviting consignments. Contact our Silver &amp; Objets de Vertu specialists for a confidential valuation.

Kate

Past Silver Lots Sold at Auction

Featured Silver Content

Scotland’s Silver Traditions for Burns Night

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Lyon & Turnbull | Online Auction Specialists  

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Silver & Objets de Vertu

Sale Number: 914